25Synonyms found for charm

Word Origin & History

charm c.1300, from O.Fr. charme "incantation," from L. carmen "song, verse, enchantment," from canere "to sing" (see chant), with dissimilation of -n- to -r- before -m-. The notion is of chanting or reciting verses of magical power. Sense of "pleasing quality" first recorded 1598. Meaning "small trinket fastened to a watch-chain, etc." first recorded 1865.

Example Sentences for charm

Given its charm and allure, the polar bear's possible demise has struck a chord with people over the world.

For college presidents, personal charm is a double-edged sword that must be wielded deftly.

Its charm may have been buried under new concrete, but it is ready for business.

Sociopaths are unlikely to cause physical harm, preferring to manipulate and charm to get what they want.

They blend together wonderfully which is all part of this city's charm.

These sunny giants bring old-fashioned charm and a bounty of edible seeds.

It might not be the biggest air show in the world, but its definitely got charm.

Next year, he'll once again find a happy home with another team, which evidently believes that this time will be the charm.

Political memoirs aim to make money and charm voters.

In which a marine scholar uses science and charm to sound the alarm about the state of the coasts.